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Railfest Train Show — Kirtland, Ohio

  • Run by Western Reserve Division, National Model Railroad Association
  • Lakeland Community College — Kirtland, Ohio, United States

Next: Mar 20–21, 2027

A two-day model railroad train show at Lakeland Community College in Kirtland, Ohio, held every March by the Western Reserve Division of the National Model Railroad Association.

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Next edition

Mar 20–21, 2027

Saturday and Sunday, 10:00–16:00.

About this event

Railfest is a model railroad train show run by the Western Reserve Division of the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA). It started in 1984 and calls itself the largest continuously running two-day train show in Ohio. The organizer's flyer says it has been held at Lakeland Community College since 1987.

The organizer says Railfest is held every year in March, typically on the third weekend, depending on the college's schedule, and that emphasis is placed on making it a family activity. Its flyer lists new and used model railroad dealers, exhibitors, operating layouts, historical displays, books and magazines, apparel and collectibles, with food service available.

What to expect

Model railroad dealers with new and used goods, exhibitors, operating model railroad layouts and displays, historical displays, books and magazines, apparel and collectibles.

Practical info

Lakeland Community College, 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, Ohio 44094, at State Route 306 and Interstate 90 exit 193 according to the organizer's flyer. The flyer lists free parking, food service at reasonable prices, cash admission and an ATM, with single-day, two-day, pair and family admission options (the family option covers two adults with children under 18).

Where it happens

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Railfest held?▾
At Lakeland Community College in Kirtland, Ohio, at State Route 306 and Interstate 90 exit 193, according to the organizer.
When is Railfest held?▾
The organizer says it is held every year in March, typically on the third weekend, depending on the college's schedule.
Who runs it?▾
The Western Reserve Division of the National Model Railroad Association.
Is parking free?▾
The organizer's flyer lists free parking.
How do I pay for admission?▾
The organizer's flyer lists cash admission with an ATM available, and single-day, two-day, pair and family options.

Sources

Dates checked on Oct 5, 2026 from the official site: railfest.org. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: railfest.org

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